At a Glance
- Tasks: Promote health and safety culture, conduct inspections, and support project teams in SHE compliance.
- Company: Join Willmott Dixon, a leader in construction SHE excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on safety and health in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in SHE compliance and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Willmott Dixon are seeking a Safety, Health & Environmental Inspector to be based in the South East of England covering sites located across Central London and across the London boroughs. You will join our small, experienced team of Inspectors who are responsible for driving a culture of continued improvement in SHE compliance across our projects and offices. The successful candidate will be an integral part of our team’s continued excellence in maintaining high standards of business SHE Compliance. You will collaborate with project teams, SHE managers, senior management, and external stakeholders to ensure Willmott Dixon remains a leader in construction SHE excellence.
The responsibilities of the role include:
- Lead by example, and promote a proactive, positive health and safety culture across all projects in the business.
- Support management of the business Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems and all associated accreditations.
- Support project teams to achieve the highest standards of SHE Compliance throughout all phases of project delivery.
- Regularly visit live sites to validate SHE compliance, monitor performance, and provide practical guidance.
- Complete comprehensive, thorough SHE Compliance inspections with same day written reports, site team de-brief on clarity of required improvements, timeframes & expectations.
- Contribute to our All-safe culture, identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Lead on pre-mortem accident and incident investigation scenarios, testing the viability of our internal procedures, ensuring findings are shared and lessons learnt implemented.
- Deliver in-house training and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives across the business.
- Coaching & mentoring operational teams in SHE Compliance.
- Represent the SHE Compliance team at external & Internal groups promoting the company’s commitment to best practice, SHE compliance and innovation.
- Maintain & manage an accurate & robust inspection outlook calendar.
What We’re Looking For
Skills and Experience
- A seasoned SHE Professional in the construction industry with Main Contractor or enforcing authority experience.
- Strong proven working knowledge of construction methods, temporary works, lifting, groundworks and associated risks.
- Experience managing SHE across multiple live projects or regions.
- Proven ability to investigate / lead incidents and liaise with statutory agencies.
- Experience developing and maintaining SHE Compliance management systems & procedures.
- Experienced people person with excellent communication skills at all levels, with an ability to have difficult conversations & challenge behaviours.
- Strong team player who is also happy to work alone.
- You will be able to take responsibility & ownership for your decision making.
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of SHE in the Construction (building) environment.
- Diploma/ Level 5 qualification in Occupational Safety and Health.
- NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
- NEBOSH General Certificate.
- Certificated Member (CertIOSH) of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
- SEATS.
- Appropriate, in-date CSCS Card relevant to your role.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel UK wide.
Desirable
- Chartered Member (CMIOSH) of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
- Safety, Health & Environment related degree.
- Associate Member of Institute of Sustainability and Environment Professionals (ISEP).
- Previous experience of coaching both direct employees and supply chain partners in health, safety and environmental best practice.
- In-date technical skills training in construction related activities.
Safety, Health & Environmental Inspector in City of London employer: Willmott Dixon
Willmott Dixon is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of the South East of England, where you can make a tangible impact on health and safety standards across diverse construction sites. With a strong commitment to employee development, our collaborative culture fosters continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of SHE excellence. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values proactive engagement and promotes a positive health and safety culture.
